The Presidio Chapel, built in 1931 and located in the Presidio of San Francisco, has long been a beacon of hope and a place of reflection for people of all faiths. It has served the community for just over 90 years and is now embarking on an effort to raise funds to stabilize, make accessible, and expand the historic structure, according to Page & Turnbull, the architecture firm supporting the initiative.
August 24, 2022
San Francisco’s historic Presidio Chapel jumpstarts drive for expansion
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